Syed Siyam Mahbub

Humanitarian Catalyst

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Syed Siyam Mahbub

Development Communications Specialist | Polygot | Humanitarian Catalyst

Languages: French (C1), English (C1), German (A2), Dutch (A2), Kiswahili (B1), Arabic (A1), Spanish (A1).

Force Commander Commendation for “Act of Bravery” - MONUSCO, 2025
Captain, United Nations peacekeeping mission in DRC (French Interpreter).

Over the recent decennium, I navigated in experiences across humanitarian action, international development, sustainability, conflict management, peace building, negotiation, and strategic communication.

My work has taken me across diverse environments as media/radio, military, (i)/NGO's, private and government organisations where communication at the initial establishes leadership, and cross-cultural engagement for meaningful impact.

My Interests are ever evolving, but to mention a few,

  • Peace
  • Development
  • Education
  • Languages
  • Volunteering
  • Photography
  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Motorcycling
  • MMA
  • Education
    • Independent University, Bangladesh